Grade 6 Science Worksheets

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• Understand various instruments used for data collection in science.
• Learn how to calibrate and record measurements accurately.
• Compare measurement data from different environments such as prairie and mountain settings.+ Show more

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• Understand how the geometric model explains the lunar phases by mapping Sun, Earth, and Moon positions.
• Identify the sequence and timing of lunar phases such as crescent, quarter, gibbous, and full.
• Apply the lunar phases model to interpret observation dates and predict changes in moon illumination.+ Show more

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• Understand various sampling methods used in ecological studies.
• Identify the advantages and disadvantages of random, stratified, and systematic sampling.
• Describe real-world examples of sampling techniques in Alberta environments.+ Show more

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• Understand methods for detecting trends, cycles, and anomalies in datasets.
• Apply simple descriptive statistics and moving averages to real-world data.
• Interpret seasonal decomposition and visual inspection techniques.+ Show more

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• Understand the role of root systems in plant water and nutrient absorption.
• Identify different root adaptations and their impact on tree distribution and resilience.
• Explain how belowground processes influence aboveground tree health and regional ecosystems.+ Show more

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• Understand the standards and best practices for communicating scientific findings.
• Formulate clear claims supported by empirical evidence and logical reasoning.
• Utilize visual summaries and proper citations to enhance scientific communication.+ Show more

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• Identify various careers related to science and technology, such as biomedical technician and environmental scientist.
• Understand the typical tasks and skills required in different science-related occupations.
• Recognize the educational pathways and coursework that support careers in science and technology.+ Show more

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• Explain how incremental adjustments to shape, mass distribution, and control surfaces affect aerodynamic performance and safety.
• Identify criteria for evaluating modifications in flight performance.
• Understand trade-offs between speed, stability, and payload in design modifications.+ Show more

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• Understand different conservation strategies used to maintain forest biodiversity and ecosystems.
• Identify examples of provincial conservation efforts such as protected areas and reforestation.
• Learn how habitat protection and ecological knowledge are integrated in conservation planning.+ Show more

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• Distinguish mixtures from compounds using particle models.
• Explain how atomic arrangement affects properties and separability.
• Use appropriate vocabulary (mixture, compound, atom, bonded, uniform) when describing matter.

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• Describe the main components and functions of the immune system in defending organisms.
• Identify and explain the roles of barrier defenses, innate inflammation, and adaptive responses.
• Understand the interaction of the immune system with circulatory and lymphatic systems in fighting pathogens.+ Show more

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• Understand the components and functions of the musculoskeletal system.
• Identify how bones, muscles, and joints work together to support movement.
• Explain the roles of bones as levers and mineral reservoirs.+ Show more

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• Explain the concept of physiological adaptations and their role in survival.
• Identify different internal processes that help organisms respond to environmental challenges.
• Describe specific adaptations such as heat exchange, water conservation, and metabolic rate adjustments.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of energy efficiency as the ratio of useful output to total input.
• Identify common causes of energy losses in machines and systems.
• Evaluate the trade-offs between performance and energy waste in different technologies.+ Show more

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• Understand that light behaves as waves and particles, characterized by wavelength, frequency, and energy.
• Identify the differences between visible, ultraviolet, and infrared light and their properties.
• Explain how the wavelength of light relates to its energy and ability to induce chemical changes.+ Show more

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• Understand how to conceptualize and analyze mixed series-parallel electrical networks.
• Describe how current and voltage distribute in combined circuit configurations.
• Apply methods of decomposition into simpler series and parallel subcircuits for easier analysis.+ Show more

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• Explain why mixtures can be separated without forming a new substance
• Identify physical properties used to separate components of a mixture
• Match common separation methods to the mixtures and properties they use+ Show more

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• Explain how the shape and volume of solids, liquids, and gases differ due to particle behavior.
• Use models of particle motion to describe changes in state and connect them to energy changes.
• Classify everyday materials as solids, liquids, or gases based on observed properties.

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• Explain how energy moves through a food chain from producers to higher-level consumers
• Identify trophic levels (producer, primary consumer, secondary consumer) in a given food chain
• Describe how changes in one population can affect other populations in a food chain

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• Understand the origins of synthetic materials from natural resources
• Compare properties of different substances used for specific purposes
• Learn about the processing steps of synthetic materials+ Show more

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• Understand foundational safety principles including risk assessment and hazard prevention.
• Identify proper handling and disposal procedures for materials and tools.
• Recognize ethical considerations such as humane treatment, confidentiality, and environmental stewardship.+ Show more

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• Explain how the cell membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus contribute to cell survival
• Describe how organelles help cells carry out specialized functions
• Use evidence from a text to answer questions about shared and distinct cell structures

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• Describe how the heart’s rhythmic pumping creates pressure that moves blood through the body
• Compare the roles and structures of arteries, veins, and capillaries
• Explain how capillaries support exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and wastes between blood and body cells

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• Explain how matter cycles through living and non-living parts of an ecosystem
• Describe carbon and water movement among reservoirs using the cycles of matter model
• Interpret processes (photosynthesis, respiration, feeding, decomposition) as flows in a matter cycle

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• Explain how the respiratory system exchanges gases through diffusion using concentration differences.
• Describe how the digestive system breaks food into smaller molecules that can enter circulation.
• Connect how oxygen intake and nutrient absorption work together to support energy release in cells.

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• Explain the gravitational relationships between the Sun, Earth, and Moon.
• Describe how relative positions of the Sun, Earth, and Moon influence lunar phases.
• Understand the geometric conditions causing solar and lunar eclipses.+ Show more

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• Define and identify producers, consumers, and decomposers in food chains.
• Describe trophic levels and energy transfer among organisms.
• Illustrate simple pond and grassland food sequences to explain ecological relationships.+ Show more

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• Define and describe symbiotic relationships including mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism.
• Identify concrete examples of each type of symbiosis in real ecosystems.
• Analyze how symbiotic relationships influence organism fitness, resource distribution, and community structure.+ Show more

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• Define ecosystems as interacting systems of populations, communities, and physical factors.
• Identify biotic and abiotic components and their roles in habitats.
• Describe examples such as ponds, prairies, and forests to illustrate resource distribution and community interdependence.+ Show more

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• Understand conventions for organizing data in tables and graphs.
• Identify proper labeling, scaling, and effective graphical summaries.
• Apply data representation to real-world examples to interpret trends.+ Show more

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• Describe the three main states of matter: solid, liquid, and gas.
• Explain how particles are arranged and move in different states of matter.
• Compare properties such as shape, volume, density, and compressibility among solids, liquids, and gases.+ Show more

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• Understand how physical and conceptual models represent scientific systems.
• Explain criteria for evaluating and refining models based on data.
• Interpret diagrams and particle models to predict outcomes.+ Show more

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• Define systematic observation and differentiate between qualitative and quantitative data collection methods.
• Identify common instruments used in scientific observations, such as rulers, balances, and thermometers.
• Describe sampling strategies like frequency and repeatability to ensure accurate data recording.+ Show more

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• Understand the different categories of matter: elements, compounds, and mixtures.
• Identify examples and distinguishing features of each category.
• Learn common separation techniques and how they relate to matter classification.+ Show more

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• Understand how scientific evidence influences policy-making processes.
• Identify factors such as risk assessment, stakeholder values, and cost-benefit analysis in decision-making.
• Interpret data and weigh uncertainties when evaluating societal options.+ Show more

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• Understand key safety practices for handling measurement tools near Alberta field sites.
• Identify proper storage, cleaning, and maintenance procedures for field equipment.
• Learn safety precautions for using electronic devices such as thermometers, pH probes, and dataloggers.+ Show more

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• Explain how evaluation results guide iterative improvement in science and engineering designs
• Identify how changes can target the cause of failure while respecting constraints and trade-offs
• Use evidence from testing to justify modifications to a prototype

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• Explain how particle models represent matter using atoms and molecules
• Use particle models to predict how substances change when reactions occur
• Connect particle arrangements to observable properties and evidence of chemical change

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• Describe how different stewardship practices (community planting, shelterbelts, urban canopy programs, and Indigenous knowledge) support local landscapes.
• Explain how stewardship actions can improve habitat connectivity, carbon storage, and water regulation.
• Identify stewardship examples from Alberta and connect them to the environmental benefits they provide.

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• Explain gas pressure using the particle model and collisions with container walls
• Describe how changing particle speed, collision frequency, and gas volume affects pressure
• Predict how temperature and pressure are related in sealed and unsealed situations+ Show more

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• Identify physical properties that can be used to separate components of a mixture
• Explain why mixture separation does not create a new substance
• Choose an appropriate separation method for a given mixture based on its properties+ Show more

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• Explain the difference between speed and velocity, including how direction affects velocity.
• Calculate and interpret average speed using total distance and elapsed time.
• Identify how changing speed affects motion and describe motion using consistent measurement units.

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• Explain how food webs connect multiple food chains using feeding relationships in an ecosystem.
• Describe how energy flows through producers, consumers, and predators in a food web.
• Interpret how changes (disturbances) to one organism can affect multiple organisms in a food web.+ Show more

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• Explain how scientific models represent systems that are too large, too small, or too complex to study directly.
• Describe how evidence from observations and measurements can be used to evaluate and improve a model.
• Identify what a model can represent and what it cannot represent.

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• Identify major organ systems and describe their primary functions in the human body
• Explain how organ systems interact to maintain homeostasis and internal balance
• Use vocabulary from organ systems to describe digestion, gas exchange, transport, defense, and control

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• Explain how physiological adaptations help organisms respond to environmental challenges such as heat, cold, and limited water.
• Describe how internal processes (heat exchange, kidney water conservation, and metabolic changes) improve survival during extreme conditions.
• Use evidence from a text to connect hormonal and metabolic regulation to hydration, temperature, and energy balance.+ Show more

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• Explain what current, voltage, and power measure and how their units relate to electrical behavior.
• Use equations for power and energy to interpret how much electrical energy is transferred over time.
• Describe how measurements help identify where energy is dissipated in circuits and how efficient devices are.

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• Explain how distillation separates components based on differences in boiling point and vapor pressure
• Describe the particle-energy changes that occur during boiling and condensation
• Compare simple distillation and fractional distillation for mixtures with small vs. large boiling-point differences+ Show more